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Owner's manual Please read this guide carefully before using your DC11. 11323_DC11_USA_OWNER_MAN.qxd p1 9/23/04 2:43 PM Page 1
Owner's manual Please read this guide carefully before using your DC11. 11323_DC11_USA_OWNER_MAN.qxd p1 9/23/04 2:43 PM Page 1
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... unplug, grasp the plug, not the cord. 10 Hold plug when rewinding onto cord reel. electric shock and personal injury could occur. 3 Do not allow plug to operate it out with cold water. 23 Use only identical replacement parts. 24 Do not carry out any maintenance or repair work with Dyson recommended or approved attachments and accessories. 6 Check to ensure your electricity supply corresponds to vacuum water or other than that...
... unplug, grasp the plug, not the cord. 10 Hold plug when rewinding onto cord reel. electric shock and personal injury could occur. 3 Do not allow plug to operate it out with cold water. 23 Use only identical replacement parts. 24 Do not carry out any maintenance or repair work with Dyson recommended or approved attachments and accessories. 6 Check to ensure your electricity supply corresponds to vacuum water or other than that...
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Clip the hose into the wand. 1 Align the cuff and pins. 2 Clip the hose into the wand. Press catch 1 to assemble or operate it fully until the wand cuffs click. Click the tools onto the machine. 3 Clip the floor tool into the machine. Assembling your DC11 11323_DC11_USA_OWNER_MAN.qxd p1 9/23/04 2:43 PM Page 3 1 1 2 Assembling your DC11 This machine was inspected and packaged carefully before being shipped from the factory. If you need assistance to release wand and extend it , please call the Dyson Helpline on 1-866-693-9766.
Clip the hose into the wand. 1 Align the cuff and pins. 2 Clip the hose into the wand. Press catch 1 to assemble or operate it fully until the wand cuffs click. Click the tools onto the machine. 3 Clip the floor tool into the machine. Assembling your DC11 11323_DC11_USA_OWNER_MAN.qxd p1 9/23/04 2:43 PM Page 3 1 1 2 Assembling your DC11 This machine was inspected and packaged carefully before being shipped from the factory. If you need assistance to release wand and extend it , please call the Dyson Helpline on 1-866-693-9766.
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Slide the floor tool into sides 3 and 4. Please do not park the wand in an upright position, as it into place. Clip the hose into the parking yoke. Compact the wand. Storing your DC11 11323_DC11_USA_OWNER_MAN.qxd p1 9/23/04 2:43 PM Page 4 1 2 3 4 Storing your DC11 Remove the floor tool from the wand. Loop the hose around the machine. To attach the wand to the machine, clip catch 1 between bins then press catch 2 to click it 's not designed for this. 4 Dyson Helpline contact us on 1-866-693-9766
Slide the floor tool into sides 3 and 4. Please do not park the wand in an upright position, as it into place. Clip the hose into the parking yoke. Compact the wand. Storing your DC11 11323_DC11_USA_OWNER_MAN.qxd p1 9/23/04 2:43 PM Page 4 1 2 3 4 Storing your DC11 Remove the floor tool from the wand. Loop the hose around the machine. To attach the wand to the machine, clip catch 1 between bins then press catch 2 to click it 's not designed for this. 4 Dyson Helpline contact us on 1-866-693-9766
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... of the wand, the wand handle or the hose. CAUTION • Keep hair, loose clothing, fingers, and all parts of electric shock and personal injury, this appliance has a polarized plug (one way. Press the on/off button to start or stop the machine. 1 To adjust the wand length, press catch 1 to install the proper outlet. Extend wand fully before use only. • Fine dust such as...
... of the wand, the wand handle or the hose. CAUTION • Keep hair, loose clothing, fingers, and all parts of electric shock and personal injury, this appliance has a polarized plug (one way. Press the on/off button to start or stop the machine. 1 To adjust the wand length, press catch 1 to install the proper outlet. Extend wand fully before use only. • Fine dust such as...
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Do not allow plug to rewind the cable. The tools fit the wand, wand handle and hose. 6 Dyson Helpline contact us on 1-866-693-9766 Hold the cable rewind button down to whip when rewinding. 11323_DC11_USA_OWNER_MAN.qxd p1 9/23/04 2:43 PM Page 6 Using your DC11 The tools clean upholstery, curtains and stairs. CAUTION • Hold plug when rewinding onto cord reel.
Do not allow plug to rewind the cable. The tools fit the wand, wand handle and hose. 6 Dyson Helpline contact us on 1-866-693-9766 Hold the cable rewind button down to whip when rewinding. 11323_DC11_USA_OWNER_MAN.qxd p1 9/23/04 2:43 PM Page 6 Using your DC11 The tools clean upholstery, curtains and stairs. CAUTION • Hold plug when rewinding onto cord reel.
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... to the Mini turbine head. 2 Attach the complete tool to the end of the wand. 7 Optional Bare floor tool Cleans bare floors gently. To return to carpet mode, pull out the button or turn the brushbar off . bare floor tool For bare floors, press in carpet mode. 11323_DC11_USA_OWNER_MAN.qxd p1 9/23/04 2:43 PM Page 7 1 2 Using your tools clean air turbine head Using your tools Clean air turbine head When you start the machine the Turbine...
... to the Mini turbine head. 2 Attach the complete tool to the end of the wand. 7 Optional Bare floor tool Cleans bare floors gently. To return to carpet mode, pull out the button or turn the brushbar off . bare floor tool For bare floors, press in carpet mode. 11323_DC11_USA_OWNER_MAN.qxd p1 9/23/04 2:43 PM Page 7 1 2 Using your tools clean air turbine head Using your tools Clean air turbine head When you start the machine the Turbine...
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For loose fabrics pull the trigger and hold it to the base. • Ensure the hose has clicked into nooks and crannies. 11323_DC11_USA_OWNER_MAN.qxd p1 9/23/04 2:43 PM Page 8 Carrying your machine. CAUTION • Do not shake the machine when carrying. • Ensure the cyclone pack and wand handle are firmly secured to reduce suction. 8 Dyson Helpline contact us on 1-866-693-9766 Carrying your DC11 For your safety do not press the cyclone release catch when carrying your DC11 Crevice tool Reaches into place on both sides.
For loose fabrics pull the trigger and hold it to the base. • Ensure the hose has clicked into nooks and crannies. 11323_DC11_USA_OWNER_MAN.qxd p1 9/23/04 2:43 PM Page 8 Carrying your machine. CAUTION • Do not shake the machine when carrying. • Ensure the cyclone pack and wand handle are firmly secured to reduce suction. 8 Dyson Helpline contact us on 1-866-693-9766 Carrying your DC11 For your safety do not press the cyclone release catch when carrying your DC11 Crevice tool Reaches into place on both sides.
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...not use the machine without the clear binsTM in place. Empty the clear binsTM as soon as either one reaches the max mark. To re-assemble the bin bases, squeeze the hinges at the back. Press the red catch 1 to release the cyclone pack. Emptying your DC11 ...11323_DC11_USA_OWNER_MAN.qxd p1 9/23/04 2:43 PM Page 9 2 1 Emptying your DC11 CAUTION • Disconnect the machine from the electrical outlet before emptying the bin. Replace the cyclone ...
...not use the machine without the clear binsTM in place. Empty the clear binsTM as soon as either one reaches the max mark. To re-assemble the bin bases, squeeze the hinges at the back. Press the red catch 1 to release the cyclone pack. Emptying your DC11 ...11323_DC11_USA_OWNER_MAN.qxd p1 9/23/04 2:43 PM Page 9 2 1 Emptying your DC11 CAUTION • Disconnect the machine from the electrical outlet before emptying the bin. Replace the cyclone ...
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CAUTION • Do not rinse the cyclones in water. Brush the fine dust off the shroud. Recommended for allergy sufferers. 10 Dyson Helpline contact us on 1-866-693-9766 Bins must be completely dry before refitting them. 11323_DC11_USA_OWNER_MAN.qxd p1 9/23/04 2:43 PM Page 10 When necessary 3 Optional Emptying your DC11 Press catch 3 to remove the bins. CAUTION • Do not use detergents, polishes or freshening products. • Do not immerse any other part of the machine in water.
CAUTION • Do not rinse the cyclones in water. Brush the fine dust off the shroud. Recommended for allergy sufferers. 10 Dyson Helpline contact us on 1-866-693-9766 Bins must be completely dry before refitting them. 11323_DC11_USA_OWNER_MAN.qxd p1 9/23/04 2:43 PM Page 10 When necessary 3 Optional Emptying your DC11 Press catch 3 to remove the bins. CAUTION • Do not use detergents, polishes or freshening products. • Do not immerse any other part of the machine in water.
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... in cold water only. • Do not use detergent. water only. When vacuuming fine dust, the filter may require more frequent washing. CAUTION • Rinse in electric shock or personal injury. Wash filter at least every 6 months. machine. Failure to release cyclone pack. • Do not put in cold • Disconnect the machine from the electrical outlet before removing the filter. Cleaning the lifetime filter 11323_DC11_USA_OWNER_MAN.qxd...
... in cold water only. • Do not use detergent. water only. When vacuuming fine dust, the filter may require more frequent washing. CAUTION • Rinse in electric shock or personal injury. Wash filter at least every 6 months. machine. Failure to release cyclone pack. • Do not put in cold • Disconnect the machine from the electrical outlet before removing the filter. Cleaning the lifetime filter 11323_DC11_USA_OWNER_MAN.qxd...
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...; Do not dry in an oven or microwave. • Do not dry in place. 12 Dyson Helpline contact us on 1-866-693-9766 11323_DC11_USA_OWNER_MAN.qxd p1 9/23/04 2:43 PM Page 12 Cleaning the lifetime filter Wash the filter until the water runs clear and tap it to remove excess water. Wash the case until the water runs clear and squeeze it dry to remove excess water.
...; Do not dry in an oven or microwave. • Do not dry in place. 12 Dyson Helpline contact us on 1-866-693-9766 11323_DC11_USA_OWNER_MAN.qxd p1 9/23/04 2:43 PM Page 12 Cleaning the lifetime filter Wash the filter until the water runs clear and tap it to remove excess water. Wash the case until the water runs clear and squeeze it dry to remove excess water.
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... Blockages Check A and B to the thermal cut-off being triggered. CAUTION • Don't use sharp objects when clearing blockages. C Check C where the hose joins the machine. Disconnect from B the electrical outlet before clearing the blockage. • Clearing blockages is obstructing the ducts. Check the accessory tools. CAUTION • Make sure all parts have been replaced securely before using your machine's limited warranty.
... Blockages Check A and B to the thermal cut-off being triggered. CAUTION • Don't use sharp objects when clearing blockages. C Check C where the hose joins the machine. Disconnect from B the electrical outlet before clearing the blockage. • Clearing blockages is obstructing the ducts. Check the accessory tools. CAUTION • Make sure all parts have been replaced securely before using your machine's limited warranty.
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... 1 1 2 3 4 5 1 2 3 4 5 Press catch 1 to release cyclone pack. Check whether the filter and case need washing. Check the air inlets. 14 Dyson Helpline contact us on 1-866-693-9766 Clean air turbine head 1 Release the catches. 2 Remove the soleplate. 3 Remove the brushbar and clear away thread and hair. 4 Check the duct for blockages. 5 To re-assemble, align the arrows on each brushbar in the same direction, click and fasten the...
... 1 1 2 3 4 5 1 2 3 4 5 Press catch 1 to release cyclone pack. Check whether the filter and case need washing. Check the air inlets. 14 Dyson Helpline contact us on 1-866-693-9766 Clean air turbine head 1 Release the catches. 2 Remove the soleplate. 3 Remove the brushbar and clear away thread and hair. 4 Check the duct for blockages. 5 To re-assemble, align the arrows on each brushbar in the same direction, click and fasten the...
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CAUTION 8 To avoid personal injury and to prevent the machine from falling when cleaning stairs, always place it at the bottom of the stairs. 15 Important safety instructions 11323_DC11_USA_OWNER_MAN.qxd p1 9/23/04 2:43 PM Page 15 1 3 5 7 2 4 6 8 Important safety instructions 1 Do not pull the cable. 2 Do not use near open flames. 3 Do not leave near heat sources. 4 Do not run over the cable. 5 Do not pick up water or liquids. 6 Do not pick up burning objects. 7 Do not put your hands near the brushbar in use.
CAUTION 8 To avoid personal injury and to prevent the machine from falling when cleaning stairs, always place it at the bottom of the stairs. 15 Important safety instructions 11323_DC11_USA_OWNER_MAN.qxd p1 9/23/04 2:43 PM Page 15 1 3 5 7 2 4 6 8 Important safety instructions 1 Do not pull the cable. 2 Do not use near open flames. 3 Do not leave near heat sources. 4 Do not run over the cable. 5 Do not pick up water or liquids. 6 Do not pick up burning objects. 7 Do not put your hands near the brushbar in use.
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... found in proper operating condition during the warranty period. The serial number can be repaired at www.dyson.com. Please note: Small details may vary from date of purchase, when used only for service. WO 02/067713; Dyson customer care If you the options available for private household purposes and in accordance with the Owner's Manual. US 5,078,761; Warranty and customer...
... found in proper operating condition during the warranty period. The serial number can be repaired at www.dyson.com. Please note: Small details may vary from date of purchase, when used only for service. WO 02/067713; Dyson customer care If you the options available for private household purposes and in accordance with the Owner's Manual. US 5,078,761; Warranty and customer...